Mold Maintenance Technician

Freeman Boatworks•Moncks Corner, SC

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Freeman Boatworks, recognized around the world for quality, performance, and comfort, is seeking a Mold Maintenance Technician to join our team. This role is responsible for mold repairs, fiberglass lamination, tooling gel application, foam jig assembly, and fabrication work supporting the production and maintenance of molds and master parts of all sizes.

Requirements

Familiarity with repair and fabrication tools including sanders, buffers, grinders, and spray equipment
Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to follow safety procedures and quality standards

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with fiberglass, gel coat, composite repair, or auto body repair preferred
Experience mixing gel coats, resins, paints, or activators preferred
Welding experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Inspect molds and parts to identify repair needs and determine appropriate repair methods
Repair surface defects in tooling gel, including scratches, voids, and surface distortion
Use grinders, sanders, buffers, drills, and other specialty tools to complete repairs and finishing work
Mix and apply tooling gel, resins, and repair materials while following all safety and disposal procedures
Perform spot spraying of tooling gel as needed
Assemble foam jigs and apply tooling gel to completed assemblies
Laminate multiple layers of fiberglass to meet mold specifications and thickness requirements
Weld and attach steel frames to new molds
Build and frame glass master parts from existing molds
Modify, repair, and finish existing glass masters
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area